KitchenAid KHIMS 36500, Quick Reference Manual

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POTS AND PANS 

Only use pots and pans made from ferromagnetic material which are suitable for 
use with induction hobs� To determine whether a pot is suitable, check for the 

symbol (usually stamped on the bottom)� A magnet may be used to check 

whether pots are magnetic� 
The quality and the structure of the pot base can alter cooking performance� 

Some indications for the diameter of the base do not correspond to the actual diameter of the 
ferromagnetic surface�

EMPTY POTS OR POTS WITH A THIN BASE

Do not use empty pots or pans when the hob is on�
The hob is equipped with an internal safety system that constantly monitors the temperature, activating 
the “automatic off” function where high temperatures are detected� When used with empty pots or 
pots with thin bases, the temperature may rise very quickly, and the “automatic off” function may be 
triggered with a slight delay, damaging the pot or pan� If this occurs, do not touch anything, and wait 
for all components to cool down�
If any error messages appear, call the service centre�

MINIMUM DIAMETER OF POT/PAN BASE FOR THE DIFFERENT COOKING AREAS  

160 mm

130 mm

180 mm

NO

OK

SETTING THE POWER

At the time of purchase, the hob is set to the maximum possible power (nL)� The maximum power level 

(nL) is printed on the identification plate on the bottom of the hob.

To set the power of the hob:

Once you have connected the device to the mains power supply, you can set the power level within 60 seconds�

• 

Press the “+” button for at least 3 seconds� On the screen, the 

 symbol will be displayed�

• 

Press the 

 button until the last power level selected appears�

• 

Use the “+” and “–” buttons to select the desired power level� 
The power levels available are: 2�5 kW – 4�0 kW – 6�0 kW – 7�2 kW�

•  Confirm by pressing 

 �

The power level selected will stay in the memory even if the power supply is interrupted� 
To change the power level, disconnect the appliance from the mains for at least 60 seconds, then plug 
it back in and repeat the steps above�
If an error occurs during the setting sequence, the 

 symbol will appear, and you will hear a beep� If 

this happens, repeat the operation�
If the error persists, contact the After-Sales Service�

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